The Franklin Central Flashes hit the road to face the Fishers Tigers in a crucial Hoosier high school conference matchup. Both teams come into the game at 4-2 overall and are looking to gain momentum as the second half of the season heats up. With playoff positioning on the line, expect a hard-fought battle under the Friday night lights in Fishers, Indiana.
Game Info
- Matchup: Franklin Central Flashes vs Fishers Tigers
- Date: Friday, October 3, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM (Local Time)
- Location: Fishers High School, Fishers, IN
- Watch Live: Stream on NFHS Network
- Tickets: Available digitally via GoFan
Team Records & Season Context
Franklin Central Flashes (Record: 4-2, 2-2 Conference)
The Flashes enter at 4-2 with an up-and-down season that has included big wins and tough losses. They’ve scored 144 points while allowing 117, showing competitiveness on both sides of the ball. Offensively, Franklin Central is led by QB Connor Moreland (157.7 passing YPG, 173 total YPG) and RB Nathan Sparks (77.3 rushing YPG). The defense, anchored by Jacob Lewis (10.3 tackles per game), will be tested against Fishers’ high-powered passing attack.
- Points For (PF): 144
- Points Against (PA): 117
Fishers Tigers (Record: 4-2, 3-1 Conference)
Fishers also comes in at 4-2, but with a stronger conference record at 3-1. The Tigers average 28 points per game and have scored 168 on the season while allowing 167. They boast one of the top quarterbacks in Indiana, Gage Sturgill (221.7 passing YPG, 246 total YPG), and a dangerous receiver in Vincent Rozzi (105 receiving YPG). On the ground, RB Ryan Thembulembu adds balance with 102 rushing YPG and 7 points per game. Defensively, Emmanuel Cowherd (8.8 tackles per game) provides leadership.
- Points For (PF): 168
- Points Against (PA): 167
Team Stat Comparison
- Total Yards Per Game: Franklin Central – 298.5 | Fishers – 373.3
- Passing Yards Per Game: Franklin Central – 165.3 | Fishers – 224.2
- Rushing Yards Per Game: Franklin Central – 133.2 | Fishers – 149.2
- Points Per Game: Franklin Central – 24.0 | Fishers – 28.0
Season Storylines
- Franklin Central: Needs to establish the run and control tempo to keep Fishers’ offense off the field. The Flashes’ defense will have to pressure QB Sturgill and limit explosive plays through the air.
- Fishers: Looking to build on their conference momentum and continue their balanced offensive attack. Home-field advantage could play a big role in a tightly matched contest.
Common Opponents:
- Noblesville: Franklin Central (W 37-10) | Fishers (W 42-17)
- Avon: Franklin Central (L 35-10) | Fishers (W 29-15)
- Brownsburg: Franklin Central (L 35-7) | Fishers (L 42-14)
- Hamilton Southeastern: Franklin Central (upcoming) | Fishers (W 28-16)
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